About Julia.
Compassionate. Creative. Visionary.
My name is Julia Joy Tolson and my middle name it’s more than just a name to me—it’s my north star, a reminder to live and work with heart and positivity.
From an early age, I’ve been fascinated by the human experience, psychology, and mindset work. Growing up in the United Kingdom and Austria, as well as living and working in various corners of the world, I’ve developed a deep understanding of different cultures and personalities. This has fostered my openness to new experiences and fueled my lifelong passion for personal growth.
My professional journey began in marketing, communications, and event management. While I enjoyed these fields, I truly found my calling when I transitioned into People & Culture. This shift allowed me to combine my passion for people’s wellbeing with my skills, focusing on their growth and development.
"I found my rhythm when I realized that even the steps backward were part of the dance."
Over the past 11 years, I’ve gathered diverse experience across industries — from small businesses to globally recognized corporations. For the last 8+ years, I’ve specialized in People & Culture, taking on regional and global leadership roles at a world-leading outdoor sports brand.
Throughout my career and personal journey, I’ve been deeply committed to discovering what truly creates lasting success and fulfilment. To deepen my understanding, I pursued further education in mindfulness, resilience, emotional intelligence, business coaching, stress management, and neuroscience. Today, I’m empowering others on their own transformational journeys—whether through strategic leadership, team workshops, or 1:1 coaching.
When I’m not coaching or consulting, you’ll find me seeking new adventures, embracing creativity, being active (from surfing, snowboarding, biking to mindful movement), and spending time with loved ones.
Experience & Qualifications
Professional Experience
- +11 years of business experience of which 8 years within HR People & Culture
- Strong leadership competence, leading organization's key initiatives strategically and operationally (lastly in the role as Director for Europe and Global Lead for L&D)
- Extensive background working in corporate, family-run businesses, and agencies with experience across multiple departments
- Multicultural understanding and global perspective
- Bi-lingual in English and German
Certifications & Training
- Certified Trainer for Resilience, Stress Management & Mindfulness
- ICF-Certified Professional Business Coach
- The Predictive Index® Certified Facilitator (Strengths & Behavior Analysis, Team Work)
- Flawless Consulting Training 1 & 2
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
- Multiple Trainings in Leadership, DEI, Holistic Health, Female Empowerment, Learning & Development, Talent Development
Academic Background
- Master of Arts in Business: Entrepreneurship, Tourism & specialized Diploma in Human Resources
- Bachelor of Arts in Business: Sports, Culture & Event Management
- HR and Organizational Behavior studies in Québec, Canada
